Tesla

Mechanical Design Engineer, Vehicle Body Structures

Job Description

Posted on: 
2026-05-25

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop structural components for vehicle architecture.
  • Create component and system targets for function, cost, weight, and investment.
  • Optimize designs with analytical and physical assessments.
  • Ensure compliance with federal regulations for assigned systems.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize components for production.
  • Research reliability failure physics and develop accelerated test methods.
  • Take ownership of reliability structural requirements and develop test plans.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Proven knowledge of engineering fundamentals to solve complex challenges.
  • Preferred minimum of 1 full development life cycle experience.
  • Proficiency in computer-aided design software (e.g., CATIA).
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguous design conditions.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
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